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Moving Forward: First Time Buyers are Barometer

Moving Forward: First Time Buyers are Barometer

What will it take to revitalize America’s residential real estate market? Many industry observers are predicting a slow recovery beginning this year, with first-time home buyers leading the way. Read more ⇢
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009

American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009

The Treasury Department has moved at record speed to implement one piece of the new American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 aka the stimulus act. The Department and… Read more ⇢
Today’s housing market – Why it may be time to buy.

Today’s housing market – Why it may be time to buy.

Everyone is aware of the challenges the housing market faces on a national level, but for savvy buyers, the long-term benefits of home ownership and the opportunities… Read more ⇢
FORECLOSURE ACTIVITY INCREASES 9 PERCENT IN FIRST QUARTER

FORECLOSURE ACTIVITY INCREASES 9 PERCENT IN FIRST QUARTER

In the month of March we saw a record level of foreclosure activity — the number of households that received a foreclosure filing was more than 12 percent higher than the… Read more ⇢
Price Reductions and a Progressive Open House in Westwood

Price Reductions and a Progressive Open House in Westwood

The  Little Holmby property at 10541 Strathmore Dr, LA CA 90024 had a 8.02% or $200,000 price reduction this week, down to $2,295,000. According to public records the home is a… Read more ⇢
A Guide To Understanding Short Sale Foreclosure Real Estate

A Guide To Understanding Short Sale Foreclosure Real Estate

Modern homebuyers will inevitably come across one or more properties currently classified as a short sale. A short sale is an attempt by the current owner to sell a… Read more ⇢
10 crucial steps to short sale buying

10 crucial steps to short sale buying

Buyers seem to be looking to buy a foreclosure or a short sale. This short list is a roadmap to a successful purchase in a difficult market. Read more ⇢
Buyers and Refinance: Credit Bulletin ALERT

Buyers and Refinance: Credit Bulletin ALERT

Available Now: New Conforming Loan Limits of $729,750 The maximum amount for conforming fixed loan limits through government-sponsored programs (Fannie Mae and  Freddie Mac) has officially been… Read more ⇢
Lenders Compete for Borrowers as Credit Markets Improve

Lenders Compete for Borrowers as Credit Markets Improve

What does that mean for the real estate market? The good news is that the mortgage market and other aspects of the credit markets have seen vast amounts of money being… Read more ⇢
Loan Modifications Explained

Loan Modifications Explained

With all the talk in recent months about financial stimulus and bailouts, a new term has come to the forefront of homeowner’s vocabulary: loan modification. But what exactly does… Read more ⇢
Heffner, Spelling List Holmby Homes, New Little Holmby Listing

Heffner, Spelling List Holmby Homes, New Little Holmby Listing

Pocket Listing in Beverly Hills Flats, 2 Celebrity Homes, and 3 New Westwood/ Bel Air listings This week saw lots of activity in listings on the Westside. Read more ⇢
New Listing, Lease, & Price Reduction in Westwood

New Listing, Lease, & Price Reduction in Westwood

New to the market today is 2372 Overland Ave,Los Angeles, CA 90064, a 1508 square foot Spanish style home with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths (total). Lovely details and a… Read more ⇢
NEW BHPO POCKET LISTING

NEW BHPO POCKET LISTING

Circa 1960 Architectural International style home done to the nines. Situated on a private, walled and gated lot.  This home featured 2 bedrooms and a den (approximately 1,887 square… Read more ⇢
Market Metrics and Year to Date Westwood Neighborhood Update

Market Metrics and Year to Date Westwood Neighborhood Update

Market Update for the Week of March 25, 2009 Both mortgage and interest rates were sharply lower this week as the Federal Reserve unveiled a plan to purchase… Read more ⇢
Reduction in Little Holmby; WW Market News

Reduction in Little Holmby; WW Market News

The home at 911 Hilts Ave , LA CA 90024 received a price reduction of 8% yesterday, or $3,150,000, down to $2,900,000.  The home was listed just 20 days ago on 3/05/09 for $3,150,000… Read more ⇢

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